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Is it time to change my job?by Julie Walraven - Jun, 2014Many people mistakenly think that professional resume writers do better in a bad economy with high unemployment. Nothing could be further from the truth. Though I work with people who are unemployed and though I worked with both unemployed and those who want a career change throughout the recession that started in late 2007, it takes a good economy for professional resume writers to thrive.
I’d like to discuss why you s...

Top 3 Reasons People Don’t Use Social Media for their Job Searchby Joshua Waldman - Jun, 2014Inevitably, in every audience I speak to, there are people who find some reason NOT to follow my advice on using social media for their job search.
Sometimes these people really want jobs but are overwhelmed. Sometimes they simply don’t want to get a job and change their situation.
As long as you are willing to adopt NEW ways of doing things, NEW things will happen.
To help you identify where your resistance may be...

Avoid These 5 Common Career Change Mistakesby Louise Fletcher - Jun, 2014Are you feeling stuck in your current career? Dreaming of making the move to more fulfilling work?
I totally understand. Throughout my career, I’ve made several career changes. I’ve worked in retail management, HR and now resume writing. In fact, I’m currently embarking on yet another career (albeit this time it’s a second career) as a professional artist.
Each of these moves enriched my life and I’m glad I made each one...

Time for a Career Check-Up!by Robin Ryan - Jun, 2014Feeling underpaid? Unhappy with your current position? Worried about your job security? Hoping to get a raise or promotion? It’s time to give your career a checkup. In today’s changing workplace, the average worker will hold more than 11 jobs during their working lifetime. Career management is your responsibility, so learn where you stand and carve a better path for yourself. -– RR
Are you ready when opportunity knocks?
I...

Want a promotion? 5 Tips to Move Your Career Aheadby Robin Ryan - Jun, 2014"People lack initiative" says this Senior HR director sitting across from me. "They come to me and say 'what do I need to do next to get promoted?' It seems so obvious to me and yet they can't see the opportunities in front of their faces.'"
Is she talking about you? Do you just expect your boss or HR to lead the way? You must take the lead in managing your own career. Managers and mentors can advise you but the real work s...

Making the Most of Your Timeby Caroline Dowd-Higgins - Jun, 2014Many people ask me how I juggled a full-time job with a private career coaching practice and still managed to get a book published. I’d be remiss if I said it was easy, but I did learn some excellent strategies that are applicable to anyone struggling to get time on their side. Here are some strategies to help you spend your time more wisely.
Make a plan. Figure out what you want to achieve, and then you can create the ste...

Does Information Cause Transformation?by Valerie Sokolosky - Jun, 2014I’ve been thinking about the reason I enjoy executive coaching so much. Yes, I enjoy watching people move forward in their careers. Yes, it’s humbling to know I’ve made a difference in how people think or behave — habits they learn to change. But above all these things — my love for coaching comes from seeing someone do something that is transformational.
Here’s a recent example. I’ve changed the name to protect the innocent,...

A Blueprint for Telecommuting Successby Jill Kurtz - Jun, 2014Our roads are congested, gas prices are high, and internet access is just about pervasive nationwide. Despite these realities, most jobs still operate under the 40-hour butt in an office seat model. There is a Federal law that allows for telework and the President has just issued a memo calling for more telework options. But many organizations seem reluctant.
People can work effectively from remote locations but the busines...

Your resume is not a history bookby Julie Walraven - Jun, 2014When dealing with clients in their 50s and 60s, it isn’t uncommon for someone to think that they have to put every job in chronological order complete with dates. But your resume isn’t a history book.
Resume IS a Strategic and Targeted Marketing Document
Your resume MUST be a strategic marketing document that highlights your value, clearly defines your success stories, and positions you with the key words that match...

The OFCCP Digest Volume 4, Issue 6by Local JobNetwork™ - Jun, 2014Volume 4, Issue 6
Getting it Right the First Time
by Marilynn L. Schuyler
Thirty days – calendar days – is a very short time to get a submission together for OFCCP, but it's not the time to cut corners. One of the most effective ways to avoid a protracted review...

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